2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Outback | A5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
